Big Bear

I'm going to be up at Big Bear for a few days and wanted to know if it was worth bringing my bike. I know the lifts are not taking bikes, but if there are some trails still open. I know they are making snow for a few ski runs, but since there hasn't been a real storm lately, I was wondering what the status is. Thanks .

big bear has many trails

I prefer the trails that are not in the park. Stop in a local shop or go to the discovery center and pick up a map. The Santa Ana River Trail is only about 20 minutes away, and cannot be beat. There are many trails leading in and out of Fawnskin too. Many choices, best to pick up a map.

As far as I know they haven't had any snow. Plenty of trails right in that area. Even if it does snow between now and when you go up it's a short drive to the SART and it's doubtful there'd be snow there unless a really big storm comes in.

Yes

Best call ahead to the ranger station or Discovery Center re: Fawnskin (aka "Grey's Peak", "Hannah Flats", "Area 51"). Great trail, but I think it'll be closed for a long time due to September's Butler 2 Wildfire. Trails on the other side of the lake, like Pineknot, should be okay.

Pacific Crest Trail - Big Bear Area- The PCT will remain closed from the 3N16/Holcomb Creek crossing on the west side (approx. 2 miles northeast of Crab Flats), to 2N09 (Polique Canyon Rd.) . Little Bear Springs trail camp is closed to public use, due to Butler 2 Fire.A PCT trail reroute is being developed.

Thanks to all

Of you that replied. I just got back. I stayed in the Fawnskin area. A lot of the trails were closed due to the fire. I spoke with a ranger(who will remain nameless) and after talking with them about 30 minutes, set me up on a killer ride. I mentioned that I thought that the area they were suggesting was closed, the ranger said they appreciated me inquiring first and to be respectful of the environment. I wish I could disclose the route. The lesson here is: Just be cool, DON'T be as TOOL.
Big Bear is expecting snow this weekend, get it while you can. Thanks again to all who responded.